GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily
Head-to-head

Falcon 2000 vs Gulfstream G650

Dassault Falcon 2000 military transport aircraft side profile drawing
🇫🇷 Falcon 2000
Gulfstream G650 military transport aircraft side profile drawing
🇺🇸 Gulfstream G650
Change comparison vs
Specifications
Falcon 2000 Gulfstream G650
Origin country 🇫🇷 France 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault Gulfstream
First flight 4 March 1993 25 November 2009
Year introduced 1995 2012
Number produced 675 units N/A
Average unit price $28 million $70 million
Wing area 49.0 m² -- m²
Wingspan 19.3 m 30.4 m
Height 7.1 m 7.7 m
Length 20.2 m 30.4 m
Maximum speed 1050 km/h 982 km/h
Operational range 7,408 km 13,890 km
Service ceiling 15,545 m 15,545 m
Max. takeoff weight 18,597 kg 45,360 kg
Empty weight 9,405 kg 25,401 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf 2 x 38 kN
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The Falcon 2000 and the Gulfstream G650 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 1,050 km/h for the Falcon 2000 vs 982 km/h for the Gulfstream G650. The Falcon 2000 has an operational range of 7,408 km vs 13,890 km for the Gulfstream G650. The Falcon 2000 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 15,545 m for the Gulfstream G650. At 45,360 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G650 is 2.4x the Falcon 2000's 18,597 kg.

Unit cost is $28M for the Falcon 2000 vs $70M for the Gulfstream G650. The Falcon 2000 first flew 16 years before the Gulfstream G650 (1993 vs 2009).

Related Comparisons
Falcon 2000 vs 208 Caravan Falcon 2000 vs Airbus A321 Falcon 2000 vs PC-12 Eagle Falcon 2000 vs Airbus A330 Falcon 2000 vs Airbus A319 CJ Falcon 2000 vs Boeing 767

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Falcon 2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,050 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G650's 982 km/h, a difference of 68 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Gulfstream G650 has a longer range at 13,890 km compared to the Falcon 2000's 7,408 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Gulfstream G650 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Falcon 2000's 15,545 meters (51,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Gulfstream G650 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,360 kg compared to the Falcon 2000's 18,597 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Gulfstream G650 is longer at 30.4 meters compared to the Falcon 2000's 20.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Gulfstream G650 is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Falcon 2000 at $28 million.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream G650?
The Falcon 2000 entered service first in 1995, 17 years before the Gulfstream G650 which entered service in 2012.